IgDownCloud Chrome Extension — Setup and Usage Guide (2026)
The IgDownCloud Chrome extension is what connects your Instagram session to the cloud download service. Here's how it works and how to set it up in under a minute.
A lot of Instagram download extensions work by injecting a save button next to every post — you still click each one individually. IgDownCloud's extension works differently. It operates at the profile level: navigate to any public Instagram account, open the extension, and trigger a cloud download that grabs everything at once. The extension itself is lightweight — it just reads the profile URL and hands the job off to cloud servers. Here's how to install it and get started.
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How to install and use the IgDownCloud extension
From the Chrome Web Store to your first profile download — under a minute.
1.Go to the Chrome Web Store and install IgDownCloud
Search for 'IgDownCloud' in the Chrome Web Store and click Add to Chrome. The installation is free. Once added, pin the extension to your toolbar so the icon is always visible. Works on Chrome, Edge and Brave — any Chromium-based browser. Firefox and Safari are not supported.
2.The extension activates on Instagram profile pages
When you navigate to an Instagram profile page (instagram.com/username), the IgDownCloud extension activates automatically. It reads the profile URL and post count. The extension only activates on profile pages — not on individual posts, the feed, or Stories. Go to any public account's page and you'll see it's ready.
3.Click the extension button to start a cloud download
With the extension active on a public profile, click the IgDownCloud icon. A panel appears confirming the detected profile. Hit download. The job is handed off to IgDownCloud's cloud servers immediately — close the tab, the profile processes in the background. You'll get an email when your ZIP is ready.
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Install the IgDownCloud extension now
Free plan, no credit card. Download any public Instagram profile in one click from Chrome, Edge or Brave.
Install Extension — It's FreeFrequently asked questions
- Does the extension work on Edge and Brave?
- Yes — any Chromium-based browser supports the extension, including Microsoft Edge and Brave. Install it from the Chrome Web Store even on Edge or Brave. Firefox and Safari use different extension systems and are not supported.
- Is the extension safe?
- The extension is published on the Chrome Web Store and follows its security requirements. It only activates on instagram.com profile pages, reads the profile URL and post count, and sends that information to IgDownCloud's servers to trigger the download. No passwords, no private data, no browsing tracked on other sites.
- Does the extension slow down Chrome?
- No. The extension is lightweight and only activates on instagram.com. It doesn't run background scripts on other websites. Most users notice zero performance impact.
- How do I update the extension?
- Chrome auto-updates extensions when a new version is published on the Chrome Web Store — you don't need to do anything. To check your current version or force an immediate update, go to chrome://extensions, enable Developer Mode, and click Update.